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Alibaba Group Holding, once the undisputed titan of Chinese online retail, finds itself grappling with economic headwinds and fierce competition. The company's latest financial results, released on August 15, 2024, paint a picture of a behemoth struggling to maintain its dominance amidst shifting consumer preferences and a sluggish economy.

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In a sobering sign of the challenges facing traditional television, Warner Bros. Discovery reported a massive $9.1 billion impairment charge related to the devaluation of its linear TV networks. This non-cash, pre-tax charge came after the company's asset reevaluation accounted for the difference between the "fair value" and "book value" of networks like Food Network, HGTV, Discovery, CNN, TNT, TBS, and Cartoon Network/Adult Swim.

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In a landmark quarter for The Walt Disney Company, its streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ have turned profitable for the first time, marking a significant milestone in the company's digital strategy. This achievement comes a quarter earlier than anticipated, driven by the blockbuster success of Pixar's "Inside Out 2" and overall strong performance across Disney's entertainment segment.

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